Activities

Things to do in Rocky Point

  1. Enjoy A Massage On The Beach or at the Spa on site. Rates are generally $25 for 30 minutes and $40 for 60 minutes.  Gabby is everyone’s favorite masseuse!

  2. Explore Tide Pools – Sandy Beach is famous for its dramatic tide changes and some of the best tide pools in the world! You may see love starfish, crabs, anemones, octopus, conch and more.  Go to the beach near JJ Cantina’s at low tide to collect Sand Dollars.

  3. Kayak – Sonora Scuba located at the Sonoran Sea resort will rent them for $15/hour, $25 for half day and $35 for full day. They also have paddleboards, boogie boards and skim boards to rent. To inquire call 602-445-6382 ext 2100.

  4. Parasailing – Average price is $50 for one person or $100 for two people to fly at the same time. Contact Sonora Scuba (602-445-6382) or Del Mar Charters.

  5. Banana Boat – Just head down to the beach and enjoy the ride for $5/person for a 10 minute ride.

  6. Kite Surfing – For lessons and equipment rentals, go through Rocky Point Kite Surfing located in Cholla Bay. You can email them at [email protected].

  7. Jet Ski – Just head to the beach where they can be rented for $30-$40 per half hour.

  8. Ultralight Flight - Ultralight planes are small, lightweight aircraft used for recreation. There are no windows or doors to obstruct your view, so going on an ultralight flight is the perfect way to see Rocky Point from above. During the flight, you are accompanied by an experienced pilot. Each flight lasts between 8-15 minutes and costs around $50. Typically, people who offer jet ski and parasailing tours also offer ultralight flight tours as well, so head to the beach and ask. Or you can contact Sonoran Scuba for a tour at 602-445-6382.Tip: If you decide to go on an ultralight flight, be sure to bring a Go-Pro or action camera of sorts to capture this unique experience.

  9. Rocky Point Zip Line - Does zooming 30 mph through the air and over the desert sound exhilarating??? Then you have to book a tour with https://www.rockypointziplines.com. Ziplining is a relatively new activity in Puerto Peñasco that quickly became a favorite among tourists. Since 2017, Rocky Point Zipline has taken the town by storm with one of the biggest ziplines in Mexico. The course consists of five zip lines with lengths from 300 ft to 2ooo ft and heights up to 150 ft. If this doesn’t get your adrenaline pumping, I don’t know what will! Plus, the zip line course has impressive views of the Sea of Cortez and surrounding mountains.The tour costs either $20 (last line twice) or $60 (5 lines and takes about 1.5 hours to complete).

  10. ATV Rental – They can be rented all over Rocky Point, including at the entrance to the Sonran Sun. The average price is $20 per hour for a basic ATV.

  11. Horseback Ride on the Beach – Ask venders on the beach or in town. Prices generally are around $25 for 30 minutes.

  12. Snorkel or Scuba Dive - The sea life in Rocky Point is very versatile. If you’re interested in exploring the diverse undersea realms, you can go snorkeling or try scuba diving. Some of the top scuba and snorkeling spot in the area are located in Cholla Bay, Playa Mirador, and Bird Island. All three of these places have clear and warm water, which makes diving and snorkeling ideal. But if you’re looking for something unique and exciting, go to Bird Island. Here, you can swim with sea lions! You might be wondering, ‘Is it dangerous?’. There are risks when you encounter any wildlife, but the tour companies and guides who take you to the island are experienced and informative on how to appropriately and safely act around the sea lions. There are a few different companies that offer snorkeling and scuba diving tours. The most popular is Sonoran Scuba. On top of tours, they also rent gear and offer diving lessons. Lessons usually included one pool instruction and one dive in the ocean (lasting about 4 hours total). The price varies from vendor to vendor, but the average rate for a lesson and dive is around $120.00 per person. If you’re certified, you can rent a tank for $50.00 and two tanks for $65.00. If you wish to get in touch with Sonoran Scuba, please call 602-445-6382 ext 2100. For tours to Bird Island, contact Del Mar Charters(520-407-6054).

  13. Bird Island Tour - No trip to Puerto Peñasco is complete without taking a trip to the famous Isla San Jorge, also known as Bird Island. Bird Island is located 27 miles southeast of Rocky Point and is considered a reserved area of shelter for migratory animals and wild fauna. As a haven, it is home to over 3,500 sea lions and 20 different species of birds. You may even spot dolphins, stingrays, and whales at certain times of year around the island. Due to the variety of marine life around Bird Island, it is the perfect place to scuba dive and snorkel! However, if you don’t feel like getting in the water, you can choose to kayak around the island and take in the beautiful scenery. There are a few companies that offer tours to Bird Island. Del Mar Charters (520-407-6054) offer a 5-6 hour tour at $90.00 per adult and $65.00 per child under the age of 12. The price includes lunch (burritos), soft drinks, bottled water, beer, and margaritas. Also, there’s a restroom available on the boat. Other companies that offer tours but require you to call or fill out an inquiry form are Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursions(602-635-3736) and Rocky Point Boat Charters  (602-324-9529). 

  14. Fishing - Rocky Point is a fishing village and has been for many years. The town is surrounded by reefs and estuaries, making it an excellent location for fishing. The Sea of Cortez is home to mackerel, triggerfish, grouper, spotted seabass, red snapper, whitefish, halibut, dorado, and marlin, to name a few. Because of the amount and variety of fish in this area, if you decide to charter a fishing boat, you will catch something. We charted a fishing boat with Federico’s Fishing Charters. Going on a guided fishing boat is great because they provide you with all the equipment and they know exactly where to find schools of fish. For $400, we fished for 6 hours and caught over 30 fish! Most were triggerfish and a few, small seabass. Another thing that’s great about chartering a fishing boat, they clean, fillet, and bag your fish. So all you have to do is throw it on the grill and enjoy. Before booking, be sure to clarify with them if you want to go sport fishing or if you’d like to fish along the shore. The larger fish like marlin and dorado will be farther away while smaller fish will be closer to shore. The kind of fishing you want to do may affect pricing. Here are a few other companies that charter fishing boats: Del Mar Charters (520-407-6054), Rocky Point Boat Charters(602-324-9529), and Santiago Ocean Services (602-324-9558). Be sure to bring some extra cash to tip the crew, especially if they do a good job. For reference, we had a group of five people who fished for six hours and gave $100. 

  15. Whale Watching - During the winter, whales from the Bering Sea migrate to the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez to have their babies. So if you’re planning a trip to Rocky Point between January and March, definitely book a whale-watching excursion to catch a glimpse of these majestic mammals! Some companies that offer whale watching tours are Del Mar Charters (520-407-6054), Rocky Point Boat Charters(602-324-9529), and Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursion (602-635-3736). Some include food and an open bar during the excursion. 

  16. Sunset Cruise - A few companies that offer sunset cruises in Rocky Point are Del Mar Charters (520-407-6054), Rocky Point Boat Charters(602-324-9529), Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursion (602-635-3736) and Santiagos Ocean Services (602-324-9558). Sunset cruises usually last two hours and depart around 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Prices may vary, but typically it is $30 per adult and $20 per child. One of our favorites is the Pirate Cruise!

  17. Golf - The Links Golf Course at Las Palomasis an 18-hole, par-72, championship golf course set along the desert dunes and designed in the “true links” tradition. The green fee for guests at Las Palomas is $50 and $75 for the public. Vidanta Golf Puerto Peñasco at the Mayan Palace Resort, is located on the Sea of Cortés just 25 miles east of the old town. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this oceanside course is long and the most challenging in Rocky Point. The green fee is $49. The Club at Laguna del Mar Golf course is a Jack Nicklaus signature course as well. This 9-hole course is fun yet challenging and offers terrific views of the saltwater lagoons, “Cerro Prieto” mountains, and Sea of Cortés. The second 9-holes are under construction. The green fee is $49.

  18. Shop the Malecon and Rodeo Drive. The Malecon is great for souvenier shops, pharmacies and restaurants.  Rodeo Drive is great for souveniers and metal artwork and has a great restaurant called Emilianos!

  19. Visit an Oyster Farm - If you love oysters, there are a few different oyster farms in Puerto Peñasco: La Ostionera Acuamar, Cooperative Punta Roja, and La Ostionera El Barco. The oyster farms are located in Encanto, only a 15-20 minute drive from the Malecon, and offer oysters fresh out of the sea.

  20. Drive thru the Picante Biosphere Reserve - The Pinacate Biosphere Reserve is a group of volcanic peaks and cinder cones located 30 minutes from Puerto Peñasco. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered to be one of the most important landmarks to visit in Mexico. The Pinacate Biosphere Reserve has the largest concentration of maar craters in the world and shares the largest sand dune fields in North America with the Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve.  Fun Fact: The Apollo 14 astronauts trained for their moon landing at Pinacate since the rough, barren landscape was the closest thing to the lunar surface. The reserve is off of Highway 8 near the kilometer 52 mark. Once you get to the ranger station, Estacion Biologica, you have to register and pay an entry fee of about 54.00 pesos (currently about $3.50). You will get a map and be on your way. Inside the reserve is a scenic vehicle route, which is about 45 miles long and lasts around 3-5 hours (depending on how much you stop). The road is not all paved, but you don’t need a 4×4. The route will take you to see the El Elegante and Cerro Colorado craters, El Tecolote and Santa Clara volcanoes, and other viewpoints that showcase the lava flow. At each lookout, you can decide if you want to keep driving or get out and explore. Some stops, like at El Elegante, offer trails for you to hike along part of the rim or the entire crater. Tip: Bring about a gallon of water per person and snacks – especially if you plan on hiking. If you’d like to visit with a guided tour, contact Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursions (602-635-3736). 

  21. And lastly another great person to contact for many of these activities is Giovanni Diaz.  His website is https://rockypoint1.godaddysites.com/  and phone number is +52 (638) 127-1102 (drop the 52 if calling from Rocky Point)